The top 20 best things about the State Fair of Indiana for 2014

State Fair of Indiana 2014 – The State Fair of Indiana is going to be something special! Year after year of Indianapolis State Fair Traditions – See you at the Fair August 1 – 17, 2014 Find them on Twitter @IndyStateFair #INStateFair.

Dates of the Indiana State Fair

The dates of the State Fair of Indiana is typically held in early August and also is one of the best state fairs in the nation! This year the state fair will be held August 1 – 17, 2014.

State Fair of Indiana 2014

State Fair of IN Updates

Here are some updates and top 10 things to know about the official state fair.

The Indiana State Fair 2014 festival is expecting to draw upwards of 900,000 this year during the August 2-18 events. The festivities are held annually in Indianapolis, Indiana and are one of the featured festivals of 2014. Dates: August 1-17, 2014 Fair Location: (see below for Indiana maps and driving directions) 1202 …

Location and directions to the IN State Fair

Here’s the official address for the IN State Fair for 2014.

I-65 North (from Louisville, KY; Columbus, IN)
Take I-70 East to North Keystone Avenue, Exit #85B. Turn right (North) onto Keystone Avenue. Turn left (West) at 38th St. Continue west to the Fairgrounds entrance.

I-65 South (from Chicago, IL; Lafayette, IN)
Take I-65 South to the 38th Street exit #119. Continue about 5 mi. east to the Fairgrounds entrance.

I-70 East (from St. Louis, MO; Terre Haute, IN)
Take I-70 to North Keystone Avenue exit, #85B. Turn right (North) onto Keystone Avenue. Turn left (West) at 38th St. Continue west to the Fairgrounds entrance.

I-70 West (from Columbus, OH; Richmond, IN)
Take I-70 to North Keystone Avenue exit #85B. Turn right (North) onto Keystone Avenue. Turn left (West) at 38th St. Continue west to the Fairgrounds.

I-69 South (from Detroit, MI; Fort Wayne, IN)
I-69 South becomes Binford Boulevard (SR37) which becomes Fall Creek Parkway. The Fairgrounds is located just north of 38th Street on Fall Creek Parkway.

I-74 West (from Cincinnati, OH)
Take I-74 to I-465 North. Take I-465 North to I-70 West to Keystone Avenue, exit #85B. Take Keystone Avenue north to 38th Street. Turn left (west) on 38th Street.

I-74 East (from Danville, IL)
Take I-74 to I-465 North to 38th St. exit. Turn right (East) onto 38th St. Fairgrounds is approximately 7 miles east.

From Indianapolis International Airport
Take the Indianpolis Airport Expressway to I-465 North to 38th Street exit. Continue east to the Fairgrounds entrance.

State Fair Parking

Free State Fair Park and Ride
When you park at Glendale Mall’s Rural Street lot, you can ride the Indiana State Fair shuttle for FREE! The shuttle runs every 20 minutes from 10 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. each day of the fair.

Fairgrounds ParkingParking is available on a first-come, first served basis inside the State Fairgrounds for $5/vehicle. Visitors should enter through Gate 1 off 38th Street, Gate 6 off Fall Creek Parkway or Gate 10 off 42nd Street.

Motorcycle Parking LotSpecial designated Motorcycle Parking located in the infield on a first-served basis for $5/motorcycle.

State Fair E-Z Park
These $5 lots are located south of 38th Street across from the Main Gate and at the Indiana School for the Deaf on 42nd Street.

Handicap Accessible Parking
Accessible parking for persons with disabilities can be found just inside Gates 1, 6 and 16, as well as in the infield.

NEW: Reserved ParkingParking is now available for a limited amount of spaces behind the Public Safety Building for $20 per day.

NEW: Premiere ParkingA limited amount of parking is now available in the Old Farmer’s Market lot off Fall Creek Parkway for $25 per day. Park your car and let us shuttle you to one of our designated drop-off points: 1. Pioneer Village or 2. Main Street

Pedal and Park
Save $1 off Fair admission when you bike to the State Fair and use one of the secured bike racks available on the Monon Trail at 38th Street from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Bikers can enter through Gate 18 on the Monon Trail.

IndyGo Public Transportation

IndyGo Routes 4 and 39 stop steps away from the main entrance on 38th St. Fare is $1.75 per ride or $4 for an all day pass. Youth 18 and under and people 65 and older are eligible for reduced fare with proper ID. Plan you public transit trip to the Fair at IndyGo.net

State Fair of IN

Contacts

Web site: http://www.in.gov/statefair/fair/
Food, fun, rides and family entertainment for nine award-winning days and nights. Featuring special ticketed performances by big-name musical acts.

State Fair Camping and lodging info

If you’re thinking of staying in Indianapolis, IN then here’s some information you’d want to know about the Indiana State Fair.

Family Friendly Dump Stations

Gift Shop Free Parking

Group Rates

Internet: WiFi

Live Entertainment

MasterCard

Meeting Facilities

Non-smoking Rooms

Restaurant/Dining

Restroom Facilities

RV Tent Sites with Truck parking

History of the State Fair of Indiana

When you visit the IN State Fair you can expect to find a whole world of livestock animals, horse shows, competitive exhibits, entertainment, ag education, concerts and carnival rides galore!! We’re thrilled to offer you a wide variety of attractions and are sure that there is something for everyone in your family to enjoy.
2014 Information Coming Soon!State Fair of Indiana Offers and unique Deals for 2014

Friday, August 1

Opening Day of your Indiana State Fair!

Sunday, August 3

Elanco Day

Hispanic/Latino Music Festival on the Free Stage

Monday, August 4

Kids Day

Tuesday, August 5

$2 Taste of the State Fair – $2 food specials all around the Fairgrounds

Red Hat/Pink Hat Day – Members ride shuttles around the Fairgrounds FREE all day!

Thursday, August 7

State Employees Day – State Employees get in FREE with ID!

Honoring Our Armed Forces and Veterans Day – All Military personnel or Veterans and their families are admitted FREE with military ID card, DD Form 214 or other recognized Veteran’s organization membership card.

Hoosier Heritage Day – Indiana’s Past, Present and Future on display on State Fair Blvd.

Friday, August 8

Purdue Day – Boiler Up!

Saturday, August 9

Hoosier Lottery Day!

4-H Day

Sunday, August 10

Contemporary Christian Music Festival on the Free Stage

Tuesday, August 12

$2 Taste of the State Fair – $2 food specials all around the Fairgrounds

Wednesday, August 13

BMV Discount Day – Admission only $5 with voucher from www.mybmv.com (coming soon). One voucher per person.

Farmers’ Day

Thursday, August 14

AAA Day – FREE admission for AAA members with valid AAA membership card! One valid AAA card per person.

Friday, August 15

$5 Friday with Foodie Fair Specials

Saturday, August 16

FFA Day – Honoring our FFA students and alums!

Sunday, August 17

Pepsi Day – Bring any Pepsi brand can and receive $2 off gate admission!